WICHITA AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
- 301 South Grove
- Wichita, KS 67211
- OPEID College Code: 00549800
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- General Phone: (316) 677-9400
- President: Pete Gustaf
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 2,116
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Wichita Area Technical College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- watc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Council on Occupational Education
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
Wichita Area Technical College Campus Map
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 56%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 38% | 34% | - | 15% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,414 | $2,855 | $500 | $2,087 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 11.1% | 12.5% | 8.0% |
| Number in Default | 138 | 170 | 108 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,240 | 1,353 | 1,340 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Aircraft Mechanic and Maintenance
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $18,053 | $16,313 | - |
| Books and Supplies | $621 | $633 | - |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,427 | $11,145 | - |
| Other Expenses | $1,416 | $1,306 | - |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,416 | $1,306 | - |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $25,517 | $29,397 | - |
| Off Campus with Family | $20,090 | $18,252 | - |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Mechanic and Maintenance | $18,674 | 139 Credit Hours | 21 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $7,623 | 49 Credit Hours | 14 Months |
| Auto Mechanics Technology | $6,178 | 45 Credit Hours | 12 Months |
| Welding Technology | $7,876 | 45 Credit Hours | 12 Months |
| Medical Assistant | $7,499 | 48 Credit Hours | 12 Months |
| Dental Assistant | $6,797 | 44 Credit Hours | 11 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,116 Undergraduate: 2,116
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 874 Female: 1,242
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 874 Female: 1,242
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 923 Part-Time: 1,193
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 923 Part-Time: 1,193
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 37 | 2% |
| Black | 348 | 16% |
| Asian | 122 | 6% |
| Hispanic | 174 | 8% |
| White | 1,151 | 54% |
| Unknown | 284 | 13% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 27 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 214 | 10% |
| Ages 20-21 | 259 | 12% |
| Ages 22-24 | 324 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 409 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 250 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 190 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 249 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 146 | 7% |
| Age Over 65 | 5 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 43 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 332 | 138 | 194 |
| Faculty Status | 203 | 46 | 157 |
| Tenured Faculty | 12 | 12 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 203 | 46 | 157 |
| Primarily Instruction | 203 | 46 | 157 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 32 | 32 | - |
| Other Professionals | 45 | 31 | 14 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Skilled Crafts | 14 | 2 | 12 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 3 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $41,443 (4) | $39,242 (2) | $43,644 (2) |
| Instructor | $41,443 (4) | $39,242 (2) | $43,644 (2) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $47,843 (42) | $48,664 (25) | $46,635 (17) |
| Instructor | $47,843 (42) | $48,664 (25) | $46,635 (17) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $39,345 (46) | $39,774 (27) | $38,734 (19) |
| Instructor | $39,345 (46) | $39,774 (27) | $38,734 (19) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 60% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 59% |
| Female | 64% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 69% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 79% |
| White | 56% |
| Unknown | 33% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | - |
| Liquor Related | 2 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 4 | 2 |
Wichita Area Technical College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Wichita Area Technical College
- Reviewed on: March 25, 2012
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- I'm mostly using the online tech training available through WATC, which has been really good for me. The training here is pretty customized to what you want, so you don't waste time taking classes you don't need.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
